The National Transport Workers’ Union released a statement on November 7 confirming it reached out to the Go-Ahead Singapore driver involved in the incident. In response to the verbal abuse and intimidation, a police report was officially lodged to address the commuter's behavior. NTWU is actively partnering with the transport operator to provide comprehensive assistance, including potential legal counsel for the affected union member. Transport representatives reiterated that all frontline personnel must be treated with basic dignity while carrying out their essential duties.
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Transport operators and unions will provide legal assistance and support to employees fac…: Transport operators and unions will provide legal assistance and support to employees facing mistreatment on the job.
Threatening, intimidating, or directing abuse at public transit workers will not be toler…: Threatening, intimidating, or directing abuse at public transit workers will not be tolerated by the union.
Commuters with feedback or complaints are expected to utilize formal reporting channels i…: Commuters with feedback or complaints are expected to utilize formal reporting channels instead of confronting frontline staff.
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- NTWU strongly condemned threats and abuse towards public transport workers after a Go-Ahead Singapore bus driver was reportedly verbally abused on Nov 4.
- The incident involved service 136 on Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6. NTWU said it has contacted the driver and is working with Go-Ahead Singapore on support, including legal help.
- The union said a police report has been lodged and urged the public to use proper channels for complaints. It said transport workers deserve “dignity and respect”.
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SINGAPORE – The National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU) said it strongly condemns any form of intimidation, threat or abuse directed at public transport workers, after a Go-Ahead Singapore bus driver was reportedly verbally abused and threatened.
The Nov 4 incident involved a bus driver operating service 136 along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6, the union said in a social media statement on Nov 7.
NTWU said it has contacted the affected bus driver, who is a member of the union, and is in contact with Go-Ahead Singapore to ensure that the driver receives the necessary assistance…
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